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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
CHCAucklandApril 11 to April 13NZ$158
WLGRukuhiaJanuary 20 to January 25NZ$303
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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
CHCAucklandJanuary 3 to January 9NZ$392
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Camellia Court Family Motel

Camellia Court Family Motel

3 out of 5
50 Tonga Street, Taupo
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park are located nearby.
6.2/10 (487 reviews)
"I was impressed with the cleanliness. The area was peaceful and also closer to the shops which was helpful. The rooms were spacious for small families. The beds were perfect as well."

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2021

Camellia Court Family Motel
Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel

Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel

2 out of 5
76 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
Stay at this hostel in Taupo. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina ...
6/10 (166 reviews)
Cheap & cheerful
"Friendly hosgt couldn't have been more accommodating. Clean,tidy room, relatively quiet for a hostel-type place. Would recommend for those seeking a good room at a bargain price."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2018

Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel
Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

2 out of 5
65 Heuheu Street, Taupo
Stay at this hostel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat ...
8/10 Very good! (113 reviews)
"Its not what we expected"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2021

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel
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Grosvenor Motor Inn

Grosvenor Motor Inn

3 out of 5
165 Ulster Street, Hamilton
The price is NZ$122 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whitiora Bible Church and Waikato Stadium are ...
7/10 Good! (874 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Grosvenor Motor Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

3.5 out of 5
52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is NZ$275 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (209 reviews)
"Great view, very well maintained property. Clean and hygienic surroundings. Can add few electrical outlets in the apartment. Beautiful room and spacious."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)
Aaron Court Motor Inn

Aaron Court Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
250 Ulster Street, Hamilton
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Whitiora Bible Church and Prodrive ...
8.2/10 Very good! (287 reviews)
"I was a little disappointed, there was only one towel and the hot water ran out. The staff where really good with the late check in and the room was clean and nice."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2018

Aaron Court Motor Inn
Acacia Cliffs Lodge

Acacia Cliffs Lodge

5 out of 5
1/133 Mapara Road, Acacia Bay, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Taupo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupo Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Absolutely fabulous
"The hosts are so attentive and welcoming from the minute you arrive. The Lodge and rooms are spotless and very comfortable and the view is seriously amazing!! A lovely private getaway - definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2020

Acacia Cliffs Lodge
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Albert Court Motor Lodge

Albert Court Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
29 Albert Street, Hamilton
The price is NZ$181 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Extremely clean and tidy. Had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2024

Albert Court Motor Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Sportsmans Lodge

Sportsmans Lodge

3 out of 5
15 Taupahi Road, Turangi
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)
Three Night Stay
"Three night stay in the cottage. Matt was great gave us some great advice on what to see and do. Had a great general knowlege of the area."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2024

Sportsmans Lodge
Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo

2 out of 5
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
The price is NZ$173 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this hostel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat ...
8.4/10 Very good! (244 reviews)
"The amenities and kitchen area are not enough for the number of people the hosting."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Haka House Taupo
Oceans Resort Whitianga

Oceans Resort Whitianga

4.5 out of 5
18 Eyre Stree, Whitianga
The price is NZ$427 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Mercury ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (255 reviews)
"It was alright."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Oceans Resort Whitianga
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Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 out of 5
92 Taupahi Road, Turangi
The price is NZ$143 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star ski motel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (475 reviews)
Nice unit, location (if you don't need the inernet
"A clean and comfortable unit located in a nice avenue close to the Turangi centre. The only problem was despite free wifi being connected it was next to impossible to get any streamed apps or even free to view channels and the internet in general. Have encountered this at other motels in the district ..."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Judges Pool Motel
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Family Friendly Hotels in

Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo

3.5 out of 5
346 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$248 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star ski motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (606 reviews)
"Lovely, simple, clean rooms with a gorgeous outlook to the pools. Our four year old would have stayed in the awesome pool area our entire trip if allowed! Easy walk across the road to beautiful pathways on the waterfront, and to a family friendly bar/pizza place. Very quick drive to the centre of ..."

Reviewed on 8 Dec. 2024

Anchorage Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is NZ$158 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay was ok , we thought the bar and restaurant were a bit pricey , Accommodation was fairly average compared to other places we stayed in recently, Think I’d look elsewhere"

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is NZ$96 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Clean and tidy hotel with a convenient location. Friendly staff made the stay pleasant. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2024

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
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Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

3.5 out of 5
19 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is NZ$194 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2025
Stay at this motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Plenty of room for whole family. Clean. Comfy beds. We'll be back"

Reviewed on 5 Dec. 2024

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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How to book cheap flights

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Waikato?

Flights to Waikato start as low as NZ$158. Once you’ve snagged your flight, it’s time to build that itinerary. If your flight touches down in a bustling city, you’ll want a head start, so you can get from jet-way to getaway as quickly as possible. Flying for business? Squeeze in some sightseeing and a snack at a locally loved restaurant between meetings—you’ll have plenty of cash thanks to our cheap business class flights to Waikato. You know what they say about all work and no play, after all.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Waikato?

Jetstar, Air New Zealand. Pack your favourite magazines or stack your video queue for a mini-marathon of that television show your co-workers have been raving about. And if you get hooked a few episodes in, don’t worry; there’s always the return flight to finish the binge. Ready to book cheap flights to Waikato? Check out our selection of airfares and start putting together a holiday that fits your schedule and price range. We offer sweet deals, so you don’t have to move mountains to see the world. In fact, we’ll help you get to those mountains (or ocean, or forest) today!

What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.